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Cost of Living Calculator - Fairmont, West Virginia vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 39.1% more expensive than Fairmont, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $125,214 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairmont, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Fairmont, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fairmont, West Virginia
Fairmont, WV vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Fairmont, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  39.1% higher
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  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  128.3% higher
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  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  90.0% higher
  Health
  29.1% lower
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  Personal
  10.2% higher
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